2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
